Electric car sales were off to a strong start in 2026, with March being the best-ever month for EV purchases in the UK. Sales of fully-electric vehicles were up 24 per cent compared to the same month a year ago, with almost 90,000 recorded. This impressive growth is thanks to there being more EV choices than ever before, and a welcome fall in prices too – as highlighted by the Independent EV Price Index.
The government’s Electric Car Grant continues to offer discounts of either £1,500 or £3,750 on eligible models – of which more are arriving all the time – bringing prices down even further. Meanwhile, car makers without eligible models have introduced their own discount schemes, and more great-value EVs are launching all the time. So, whether you want a small, city runabout, a family-friendly SUV or a sports car, there’s an EV for you. And while prices have dropped and choice has increased, improvements in battery and motor technology mean EVs can drive further – and charge faster – than ever before.
